Respiratory Therapist Physician Practice (.9 FTE/Days)
About The Position
The Registered Respiratory Therapist oversees the diagnosis, treatment, and care management of patients with pulmonary disorders at Franciscan. This position uses a variety of testing techniques to assist doctors in diagnosing disorders, and determines requirements for treatment, such as type, method and duration of therapy, precautions to be taken, or medication and dosages, compatible with physicians' orders. Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree Respiratory Therapy
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Certified Respiratory Therapist (CRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT) - The National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC)
- Respiratory Care Practitioner (RCP) - State Licensing Board Respiratory Care Practitioner license
Responsibilities
- Perform complete PF( body box, Nitrogen washout, Diffusion, spirometry) , MIP/MEP or spirometry according to ATS standards
- Perform 6 min walk / exhaled Nitric oxide/nocturnal oximetry
- Apply oxygen as needed per Medicare/o2 guidelines when required per patient needs
- Instruct patient utilizing OPEP device( Aerobika)/ Vest trial to help mobilize secretions
- Instruct patient utilizing peak flow meters
- MDI instructions and delivery for testing purposes
- Maintaining quality assurance on machines
- Participate in patient education.
- Perform patient assessments.
- Evaluate need for diagnostic exam.
- Participate in team process
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
